Creepy crawlies come to The Old Downs Residential Care Home

On Thursday 6 September we had a visit from some lovely guests, here at Creepy crawlies come to The Old Downs Residential Care Home, in the form of a rat, a centipede, an African snail, a tarantula and a beautiful snake.

Zoolab, the company that brought the little critters for a show and tell, really made the residents feel comfortable around the animals and took their time taking each animal around to each resident so they could have a look, a pet and even a hold.

The staff member from Zoolab also explained all about the animals, which some of the residents found really interesting. Eileen said, “I really love the feel of this snake – it’s not what I expected.”

Many other residents enjoyed this entertainment and we look forward to booking some more show and tells with animals!

Mum has been in Lukestone since the start of December last year, and is now starting to settle in, has made a group of friends and takes part in activities provided. She is safe, warm and I know she has her medication regularly and good quality food and drink.

NS, son of resident, March 2018, Lukestone Care Home

Excellent staff. Very caring. Very efficient. Look after all of Mum’s needs wonderfully. Anticipate all care requirements, proactive in solving any health problems and keeping the family informed. All information required is readily available. All staff very good at welcoming and introducing themselves. Great food. Haven’t seen Mum at so well for years. Mum feels secure and very content.

PJ, daughter of resident, March 2018, Loose Valley Care Home

Friendly, welcoming staff who have time to listen to any concerns. My mother is kept comfortable and is well looked after making her end of life care as painless as possible for her, family and friends. Over the last couple of months, mum’s personality and essence have won the heart of many. Staff tell me she is “lovely” and mum is thankful.

HJ, daughter of resident, April 2018, Hengist Field Care Home

Needed to move dad as wasn’t happy where he had been the last six months. He was assessed straight away and was moved the week after. The staff are so caring and efficient and very understanding of dad’s needs and also mine and my sister’s.

TD, daughter of resident, January 2018, Bromley Park Care Home

I wrote a review recently in February following Abbotsleigh hosting a 100th Birthday party for my mother. Sadly she passed a couple of weeks later. I want to write to let everyone know that the care and attention given at Abbotsleigh didn’t stop when my mother died. The staff there showed such compassion and thoughtfulness to our family. Mum had someone stay with her at the end. I received a beautiful bouquet of flowers. A member of staff attended the funeral and Nellsar Head Office even issued a refund of fees without being asked. The management and staff are all so caring and I couldn’t be more enthusiastic about recommending this care home.

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